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Old 3rd Apr 2023, 16:21
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Originally Posted by Vessbot
OK, and which aircraft has a higher L/D?
Depends on the boundary conditions of the problem.

If the speed is free, max L/D is a function of geometry alone and not mass. The glide angle will be the same but the speed will vary.
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